Bear Exploration Center
Bear Exploration Center
Magnet Curriculum
Magnet Curriculum
Third Grade
Third Grade
2025-2026
STEAM Teaching & Learning
STEAM Teaching & Learning
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Bear Exploration Center is a certified magnet and STEM school. We are committed to STEAM learning through all content and specialist areas. We implement a rigorous curriculum embedded in STEAM learning. Our STEAM focus supports our commitment to high expectations and academic excellence. This Google Site provides evidence of our commitment to STEAM learning to increase students' engagement and motivation for lifelong learning.
Magnet Schools of America
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Bear is dedicated to fully embracing the five core pillars established by Magnet Schools of America, which are essential for fostering a comprehensive and enriching educational environment. The five pillars are: diversity, innovative curriculum and professional development, academic excellence, high quality instructional systems and family and community partnerships. At Bear, we are unwavering in our commitment to improving teaching and learning by aligning with these pillars, ensuring a holistic and dynamic educational experience for all students.
Grade Level: Third Grade
Content Area: Math
Standard: 3.26-Recognize and describe polygons (up to 8 sides),
triangles, and quadrilaterals (rhombuses, rectangles, and
squares) based on the number of sides and the presence or
absence of square corners.
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Objective:
Students will be able to identify two-dimensional shapes, draw two dimensional shapes and their attributes. Compare, categorize and identify two-dimensional according to their attributes and know which ones do not belong
Scavenger Hunt Directions:
You will use your graphic organizer to go on a Scavenger Hunt and find polygons, lines, and angles around the school.
- Use your GeoStix to check the angles you see.
- Write down where you found each example.
- When time timer goes off, line up at the end of the hallway and we will walk to another location.
- Walk safely and use quiet voices.
Guidelines:
- Be respectful of other classes in the hallways.
- Walk, don’t run.
- Use your GeoStix correctly—they are tools.
- Try your best to find as many examples as you can.
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